Papua New Guinea

The country of Papua New Guinea lies on the eastern half of New Guinea., the second largest island in the world. The western half of the island is part of Indonesia. Papua New Guinea also includes many small islands, such as the Bismarck Archipelago and the northern Solomon Islands.

Papua New Guinea is a land of mountains, fast flowing rivers, and dense forests. Its fertile soils support vast plantations of coconuts, coffee, tea, palm oil, and rubber. Grassy lowlands and marshes are home to crocodiles and turtles. Other wildlife includes giant butterflies, large flight less birds called...